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A magnetometer

A magnetometer

Magnetometers are scientific instruments that measure the strength of magnetic fields.

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Photograph by Tony Hurst

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Tony Hurst. 'Magnetic field', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 24-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/magnetic-field/1/3